1995 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. Both 1995 Audi A4 and 1989 Volkswagen Corrado are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A4 | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Corrado |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |